By the book: Letting tire's air out illegal

BY THE BOOK

SGT. STEVE COPELAND |
November 9, 2006

Q: If I let the air out of someone's tire, can I be charged since there was no permanent damage to the tire? All the guy has to do is put air back in the tire.

Calvin, Houston

A: You would be breaking the law whether you damaged the tire or not. Simply letting the air out would be a violation of the law for the inconvenience caused the owner. You would also be responsible for any amount the person paid for towing or tire service.

Copeland is a member of the Houston Police Department's Major Offenders Division. Send questions to Stephen.Copeland @cityofhouston.net.